1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sapphire | Touran |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
